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1. What does "marine" actually mean?
Alpine Marine products combine superb performance and maximum power efficiency, and are outstandingly robust and uncompromisingly suitable for marine use. Rigorous UV-light, salt-water and water intrusion protection is applied to the units ensuring a durable, long-lasting marine system. Alpine Marine products meet the ASTM guidelines for salt fog testing as well as ASTM UV-weathering testing. Speakers, subwoofers and controls units also meet the NEMA water and dust intrusion ratings on a high level, all electronics are water-repellent coated.
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Water
All marine Speakers, Subwoofer and Remote Control solutions are IP (Intrusion Protection) rated by the US-American Electronics Manufacturer Association (NEMA) in the category water-rigidity.
Two numerals added to the acronym "IP" inform about the protection level of a device. The first numeral is the IP code indicating the degree of protection from solid foreign objects. The second numeral is the IP code indicating the degree of protection from moisture intrusion.
IPx5 / IPx6 Testing
Testing The NEMA IPx5 water intrusion test requires a product to remain watertight for three minutes after enduring water spray from a 1/4" diameter nozzle or powerful jets of 12.5 liters water per minute from a distance of 3 meters. The test parameters for IPx6 rating require a product to remain watertight for three minutes after enduring water spray from a 1/2" diameter nozzle or powerful jets of 100 liters water per minute from a distance of 3 meters.
(As an indication: A typical garden hose flows about 30 liters per minute).
Ready for the Great Splash
All marine SPR/SPRS speakers as well as the SWR Subwoofer are NEMA-rated on level IPx5 which means they safely resist the intrusion of jetting water. MC-10/MC-1 Commander is 100% water proof and the MC-1 Wireless Controller's water resistance is NEMA-rated IPx6 which means it even withstands powerful jetting water. Alpine's Marine Head units and the Amplifiers mainly used inboard are only coated with a water repellent Marine Coating System but conform to the ATSM salt fog and UV Marine specifications.
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Salt
All marine products have been thoroughly tested by one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world. ASTM* international standards have an important role in the worldwide information infrastructure and represent a trusted source for determined quality standards in design, manufacturing and trade.
ASTM B117 Testing
The ASTM's B117 standard defines a product's salt and fog rigidity by testing it in a custom built salt spray testing chamber with 70°C internal temperature where the product is sprayed with 6.0000 drops of salt water over a period of 24 hours.
Ready to go Off Shore
Due to their ATSM B117 certification, the complete range of marine products will reliably withstand salt and fog. To assure the test result's feasibility, all marine products were positioned in the test chamber at an angle in which they are normally installed in the boat.
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UV-Licht
All marine products have been thoroughly tested by one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world. ASTM* international standards have an important role in the worldwide information infrastructure and represent a trusted source for determined quality standards in design, manufacturing and trade.
ASTM G154/D4329 Testing
Testing The ASTM G154 UV-light accelerated weathering test standard for non-metallic materials and the D4329 test standard for plastics define a product's UV resistance by exposing it high-intensity UV-light at 70°C for eight hours, followed by water spray at 50°C for four hours. This cycle repeats for 500 hours.
Ready for the Sunny Cruise
All marine products have successfully passed the ASTM G154 and ASTM D4329 standards and are well prepared to endure countless sunny hours at the coast or off shore without any impact on material and/or function.
*American Society of Testing and Materials
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2. Installation Examples / System Building
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Cabine Cruiser
Entertainment: A Cruiser with 12 (and 24) Volt electrical system is a typical multi-zone boat asking for a powerful audio performance incl. subwoofer to overcome engine noise.
- Cabin Cruiser (Express, Sport fishing and Canal-Cruiser)
- 6.5 - 12 meter fiberglass boat
- In/Out board petrol or diesel propulsion
- Fresh and salt water (Lakes & Ocean)
Zone 1: Saloon, Cabine (dry area)
Zone 2: Helm, Sun Deck (wet area)
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Motoryacht
Entertainment: A Motoryacht with 12 and 24 Volt electrical system with several inside/outside zones requires a multi-controllable audio system in combination with home entertainment components.
- Motoryacht (Flybridge Motoryacht, Performance Motoryacht)
- 12 - 35 meter fiberglass boat
- In/Out board gas or diesel propulsion
- Fresh and salt water (Lakes & Ocean)
Zone 1: Saloon, Cabine (dry area)
Zone 2: Fly Bridge (wet area)
Zone 3: Sun Deck, Bathing Platform (wet area)
Zone 4: Sleeping Cabines (dry area)
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Sportboat (Runaboat, Ski boat, Wakeboard Boat)
Entertainment: A Sportboat with 12 Volt electrical system for short and speedy runs or sporting marine activities needs a powerful audio system incl. subwoofer to overcome engine noise.
- 5 - 6 meter fiberglass boat
- In/Outboard, or Jet propulsion
- Freshwater (Lakes & Rivers)
Zone 1: Cabine (dry area)
Zone 2: Helm, Open Cockpit (wet area)
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Yacht (Sailboat)
Entertainment: A limited 12 Volt electrical capacity requires a highly efficient audio system as the perfect accompaniment on your cruise, at anchor, or enjoying a night in your marina.
- 8 - 25 meter fiberglass boat
- In/Outboard propulsion
- Fresh & saltwater (Lakes & Ocean)
Zone 1: Saloon, Gallery, Cabine (dry area)
Zone 2: Cockpit, Helm (wet area)
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Systems with multiple zones
Zone classification: Multi-Zone-Control allows you to create a truly customised audio solution for your vessel. Depending on the marine stereo model, you can enjoy music in two, three or four independent audio zones, each with their own volume setting. This enables music playing at different levels in each listening zone: For example, loud music in the saloon and quieter music on the flybridge. There is the option of having all zones controlled from the Marine Stereo Unit, or for a truly customised audio solution, Wired Remote Controls can be installed in each zone to provide localised control. Navigate stereo sources, select tracks and control the volume level directly from the Wired Remote Control in each Zone.NOTE: Line out audio Zones require additional amplification.
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Bath, sauna and wet/damp areas
Using a voltage converter and a little skill you can install these units in areas of high humidity in your house or arbor, etc. This allows you to install such a small marine control unit in your bathroom wall and integrate the speakers into a suspended ceiling. Likewise, you can install a marine radio and marine TV in your arbor and mount the speakers and a remote control in close proximity to the pool. Also in the basement sauna where the heat and humidity is very high, the installation of these components is conceivable. You see how versatile these marine products can be used. Do you have more ideas? We welcome all your suggestions....
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3. Hersteller
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... offers car hifi equipment and GPS systems for the automotive market as well as exquisite audio equipment in a unique design for marine vessels. Alpine is one of the leading international companies in these fields. Alpine’s solutions are based on future oriented technologies that are symbolizing the technological progress which arises from the successful cooperation of renowned automobile enterprises. It is Alpine’s goal to offer, improve and establish its state-of-the-art technologies.
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...strives to improve society by establishing a connection between sound, information and human interaction and by conceiving devices which meet these requirements. Clarion is eager to satisfy our customers with superior devices and services. Clarion is creating new value through original ideas and technologies. Clarion respects individuality is striving to establish a company culture of generosity among employees. Clarion is well aware of its place in nature which is why Clarion feels essentially constraint to protect nature. Clarion faces its responsibility for a better society.
- Producer’s information:
CLARION Europa GmbH
Hessenring 19-21
D-64546 Moerfelden-Walldorf
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- Manufacturer videos
- Here you can order products by Clarion.
Clarion Marine Audio
Clarion Car Audio
You can reach us via email or telephone +49 341 3034 580. We are pleased to help you find suitable articles for you.
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...is acknowledged worldwide as one of the leading companies for marine entertainment equipment. True Fusion marine products unite modern technology and high-value materials with the clear focus on usability. All products by FUSION are designed to withstand rough conditions on sea. FUSION developed all True Marine products with longevity in mind – especially for the use on sea. Furthermore, the protection of the environment is a pivotal question when it comes to product design. Every product receives the True Marine seal only after it passed strict ecological tests.
- Catalogues
- Producer Videos
- Here you can directly order articles by Fusion.
Fusion Marine-Audio
You can reach us via email or telephone +49 341 3034 580. We are pleased to help you find suitable articles for you.
- Special System Buildings
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- Catalogues:
- Here you can place order.
Fusion Marine-Audio
You can reach us via email or telephone +49 341 3034 580. We are pleased to help you find suitable articles for you.
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- Catalogues:
- Here you can place your order for products by Kenwood.
Kenwood Marine-Audio
You can reach us via email or telephone +49 341 3034 580. We are pleased to help you find suitable articles for you.
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- Here you can place an order for products by Pioneer.
Pioneer Marine-Audio
You can reach us via email or telephone +49 341 3034 580. We are pleased to help you find suitable articles for you.
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- Here you can place an order for products by Rockford.
Rockford Marine-Audio
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4. Are you missing any details or do you want to share additional information and ideas?
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